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Copycat Pillsbury Pumpkin Sugar Cookie

  • Oct 20, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Oct 25, 2025

Fall is here, and with it comes all things cozy and comforting—sweaters, pumpkin spice, and of course, festive baking! One of my all-time favorite seasonal treats is the Pillsbury pumpkin sugar cookies. You know the ones: soft, buttery, and decorated with an adorable pumpkin design in the middle. While those pre-made cookies are convenient, nothing beats the taste and satisfaction of making your own from scratch. That’s why I’m excited to share this fun and festive copycat recipe for Pillsbury Pumpkin Sugar Cookies that you can make at home.





Why Make Them From Scratch?

While the store-bought version is convenient, making these cookies from scratch gives you control over the ingredients. By using organic butter, cane sugar, and unbleached all-purpose flour, you can ensure a wholesome and delicious treat for your family. Plus, you can customize the color and size of your pumpkin design, and there’s something incredibly satisfying about creating something so pretty!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 1 cup (226g) organic unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 ½ cups (300g) organic cane sugar

  • 1 egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional for extra flavor)

  • 2 ½ cups (315g) organic unbleached all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ¾ teaspoon salt

  • Orange and green food coloring (I used Watkins brand)


Here is an idea of how I roll my pumpkin into the dough!

Its adorable pumpkin design and deliciously soft texture have made it a seasonal favorite. But this year, why not try something new? Instead of reaching for a pre-made package, let’s recreate these cookies from scratch! Not only are they fun to make, but using simple, organic ingredients also brings a homemade charm that everyone will love. Ready to bake your way into fall? Let’s dive into this easy, festive recipe!


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Anna Trace
Dec 16, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

So great! Looking forward to making other design centers.

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Dingydoo
Dec 16, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

Great cookies! Love the alternative for a cleaner festive cookie.

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Guest
Nov 03, 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars.

Tried making them, did all the steps, and put them on for 10 minutes because our oven is usually less powerful and the bottoms are completely black


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Dingyboo
Dec 16, 2025
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This looks like a user error problem... don't review with bad stars because of that. That can effect someone's business for something that they have 0 control over. Maybe instead try again and adjust your temp or time.. and remove this irrelevant 3 star review.

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